LET'S TALK

HOW TO ENGAGE PRIMARY PUPILS IN DISCUSSIONS ABOUT SCIENTIFIC ISSUES

INTRODUCTION

 

Welcome to this AZSTT Continuing Professional Development Unit (CPDU)

This CPDU has been produced by Marjorie Smith from ‘Science and Plants for Schools’ (SAPS). The CPDU is based on a project called ‘Let’s Talk’ which has been supported by the Wellcome Trust’s ‘Engaging Science’ grants scheme

'Let's Talk' is a series of activities designed to encourage young people to:

  • Evaluate environmental and scientific issues.
  • Make informed choices and decisions.
  • Learn independently and as part of a group.
  • Work in partnership and in teams.
 
classroom activities